Severe Thunderstorms for the Center of the Nation; Fire Weather Concerns; Flooding Issues for the Great Lakes Region

A round of severe thunderstorms are forecast across areas of the Southern Plains, Mississippi Valley and Great Lakes this afternoon and tonight; The threat for flash flooding will also accompany these storms. The rainfall for the Great Lakes region could prolong the ongoing flooding. Where the rain is needed, the Southern High Plains, critical fire weather concerns through today. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, Apr 17, 2026 at 8:54:25 pm EDT

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Freshening Breezes Next Week

Only slight chances for rain throughout the next five days. Slightly above normal high temperatures are expected through Monday. A frontal boundary will then push through the Keys. In the wake of the front, temperatures will drop to slightly below normal, with breezy to windy conditions also expected for several days.

Severe Thunderstorms for the Center of the Nation; Fire Weather Concerns; Flooding Issues for the Great Lakes Region

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